Honestly, the best urban trash bin for a bus stop where people wait for a long time is not a small open mesh can. It should be a high-capacity litter bin that feels clean, handles constant use, and keeps waste out of sight and away from rain. At a long-wait stop, people produce more coffee cups, snack wrappers, tissues, and food packaging, so capacity and easy servicing matter as much as looks do.
My pick would be an enclosed 60–100 liter bus stop trash bin made from stainless steel or powder-coated steel, with a touchless or foot-pedal lid and a large, easy-to-use opening. A touchless trash can is especially important because people do not want to touch a dirty lid while they are waiting, and a hands-free design usually keeps the area cleaner. The bin should be weather-resistant, fire-resistant, and anchored to the ground so it does not tip or get moved. An internal liner and smooth, rounded edges make emptying and cleaning much faster for maintenance crews.
If the stop is very busy, a solar compacting bin can be a smart upgrade because it holds more waste between collections, but it costs more and needs reliable servicing. For most stops, the best balance is a simple, durable, high-capacity litter bin with an optional recycling section and a cigarette stubber on top. Place it near the shelter but not right beside seating, and make sure the opening is clear and obvious so people use it correctly.
So the short answer is this: choose an enclosed, weather-resistant, touchless urban waste bin with 60–100 liters of capacity, easy emptying, and a sturdy anchored design. That is the most practical choice for a bus stop where people wait for a long time, and it will look better and stay cleaner than a cheap open bin.